August 13, 2023 - San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department officials report that on Thursday, August 10, 2023, a facility search for narcotics at the Central Detention Center was conducted. Central Detention Center staff and a narcotic-detecting canine participated in the search.

During the search of the facility, the detection canine located U.S. mail that contained suspected narcotics inside. The mail was sent to an inmate currently in custody at the facility. The investigation is ongoing and is pending further laboratory analysis.

Detention staff continues to combat and stop the smuggling of narcotics into our correctional facilities. Using a drug detection canine and advanced investigation techniques, investigators have successfully intercepted multiple attempts to bring illegal substances into our county jails and state prisons. These efforts are crucial in maintaining the safety and security of both staff and inmates, as well as preventing the spread of drug-related issues within the facilities.

The detention staff remains committed to staying vigilant in their efforts to keep our jails drug-free and will continue to utilize all available resources to achieve this goal.

DATE/TIME: Thursday, August 10, 2023

INCIDENT: Central Detention Center Facility Search

LOCATION: Central Detention Center, 630 E. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Central Detention Center at 909-386-0969.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous should contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to www.wetip.com.   

Source: San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department